Chef

Chef Position Summary The Chef performs independently in the preparation of meals to patrons of the Medical Center. Follows appropriate sanitation regulations concerning food handling, preparation, storage and ware washing. The employee is expected to be involved in the planning and facilitation of change in an effort to continually improve the services of the Nutrition Department. Primary Position Responsibilities Prepares meals for cafeteria and catering patrons in a timely, accurate and organized way. Practices proper sanitation and inventory control by using the FIFO method, labeling and dating products, disposing of outdated products, washing hands and wearing gloves and communicates low stock items to management. Participates in ordering and receiving orders from vendors. Follows appropriate portion control to assure cost containment and dietary compliance. Operates equipment essential to their job duties and restocks stations. Participates in sanitation of department to include but not limited to: cleaning service ware and pots, sweeping and mopping, breaking down cardboard, disposing of trash and cleaning/sanitizing carts and surfaces using appropriate chemicals. Oversees the production of the cooks and NSE IV s and provides them with guidance to assure patient, patron and catering meals are well presented.

Qualifications Minimum Education :

Required:

Associates degree in

Food Service Culinary Training Preferred:

Bachelor's in Food Service Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation) :

Required:

5 years of cooking experience and 1 year supervisory experience

Preferred:

None License, Registry or Certification :

Required:

Serve Safe Certified Preferred:

None Knowledge, Skills and/or

Abilities :

Required:

Able to read and write in English.

Preferred:

None Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).